{"id":8313,"date":"2019-11-04T17:30:25","date_gmt":"2019-11-04T17:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=8313"},"modified":"2019-11-04T17:31:02","modified_gmt":"2019-11-04T17:31:02","slug":"why-the-chic-coastal-town-of-calella-de-palafrugell-is-a-family-friendly-destination","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/blog\/why-the-chic-coastal-town-of-calella-de-palafrugell-is-a-family-friendly-destination\/","title":{"rendered":"Why the chic coastal town of Calella de Palafrugell is a  family-friendly destination"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The traditional and upmarket fishing town of Calella de Palafrugell is a beguiling place to visit if you&#8217;re looking for an authentic Spanish experience on a beautiful part of the Costa Brava.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"710\" height=\"473\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/1-2-710x473.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/1-2-710x473.jpg 710w, https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/1-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/1-2-920x613.jpg 920w, https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/1-2-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.vintagetravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/1-2.jpg 1052w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>This bustling coastal town is a great place to take children for a fun and relaxing break in the sun. Take a look at why the chic seaside village of Calella de Palafrugell is a family-friendly destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Family-friendly beaches on your doorstep&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Calella de Palafrugell might be small but it\u2019s home to several great beaches and coves. These beautiful beaches are connected by a quaint coastal path that\u2019s flanked by the fragrant pine forests that surround the fishing town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the extreme right of Calella de Palafrugell, as you face the sea, there\u2019s a charming little cove known as El Golfet. Take the winding path that\u2019s made from natural local resources from the town and carry down it until you arrive as this beautiful turquoise bay, where the water laps the pebbles and rocks protrude dramatically from the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve got little ones in tow or perhaps stubborn teenagers who refuse to walk far, Port Bo might be the best choice of beach to lay the towels out for the day. Port Bo beach is located in the centre of the town and has good facilities to help keep families comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This sandy stretch is backed by the whitewashed arches that give this chic Spanish town its distinct identity. The fishing boats perched on the shore at Port Bo heighten the quant and idyllic vista Calella de Palafrugell is renowned for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Enjoy the fabulous Catalan cuisine&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After a day on the beach, what could be a better way to spend the evening than going for a quality family meal in one of the many top-notch restaurants?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to eating out, Calella de Palafrugell is spoilt for choice. 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